Ark Soane Academy vs Derwentwater Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 591 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ark Soane Academy
London · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
874 students
Derwentwater Primary School
London · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
431 students
| Measure | Ark Soane Academy London, London | Derwentwater Primary School London, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 6 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #627 of 640 | #1447 of 1,720 |
| National rank | #4030 of 4,090 | #10786 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 874 | 431 |
| Pupils on roll | 874 | 431 |
| Free school meals | 55.9% | 35.9% |
| Capacity filled | 72.8% | 86.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 57% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 8% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | London | London |
| region | London | London |
| Website | arksoane.org/ | www.derwentwaterschool.com |
The verdict
- •Derwentwater Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (37.1 vs 6.2).
- •Ark Soane Academy is the larger school with 874 students compared with 431.
- •Ark Soane Academy is a academy school while Derwentwater Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ark Soane Academy better than Derwentwater Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Derwentwater Primary School ranks higher (37.1 vs 6.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Ark Soane Academy and Derwentwater Primary School?
About 591 m in a straight line, between London and London in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Soane Academy: 874. Derwentwater Primary School: 431. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Soane Academy and Derwentwater Primary School rank in London?
Ark Soane Academy is 627th of 640 and Derwentwater Primary School is 1447th of 1,720 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).